Senior Mechanical Engineer (Industrial Automation)

United StatesUnited States·Seattlesenior
EngineeringMechanical Engineer
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Key Responsibilities

Lead, advise and assist a team of engineers to execute projects, ensuring on-time submission of deliverables. Provide guidance to junior team members.

Requirements Summary

Lead, advise and assist a team of engineers to execute projects, ensuring on-time submission of deliverables. Provide guidance to junior team members. Work with teams to design and test mechanical co

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  • The Senior Mechanical Engineer will have 5+ years of relevant experience in industrial automation as defined below.  This role will work with teams to design and test mechanical concepts for overall packaging strategies, mechanisms, and parts – all while balancing function, appearance, form, and budgetary requirements.  This is a hybrid position with the potential for frequent travel to local client sites.  We are currently targeting candidates with explicit mechanism design experience, although over time this role could encompass a variety of workstreams within industrial automation.

Responsibilities

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  • →Lead, advise and assist a team of engineers to execute projects, ensuring on-time submission of deliverables.
  • →Provide guidance to junior team members.
  • →Work with teams to design and test mechanical concepts for overall packaging strategies, mechanisms, and parts – all while balancing function, appearance, form, and budgetary requirements.
  • →Provide DFX expertise to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, serviceability, and sustainability.
  • →Work independently with clients or as a lead/team member on larger projects.
  • →Manage and facilitate client interactions with clear communication as it relates to deliverables, design reviews and deadlines.
  • →Communicate to senior and project management any significant deviations from project plans.
  • →Be a positive and success-oriented individual who is familiar with the latest product development, production, and rapid-prototype methodologies.
  • →Work with team members to resolve conflicts among resources and between clients and engineering teams.
  • →Remain apprised of the progress of certain projects, paying particular attention to any developing problems, and participate in major problem resolutions.
  • →Be proficient in the latest version of SolidWorks CAD package.
  • →Keep all privileged information private and confidential.
  • →Travel as needed (valid driver’s license and vehicle required).

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required
  • Mechanical design and DFX, particularly with respect to sheet metal, weldments, machining, and assembly required
  • Strong experience with 3D CAD and 2D drawings required
  • Proven experience in machine and mechanism design required
  • Industrial automation
  • GD&T
  • Robotics, End of Arm Tools
  • Pneumatic system design
  • PLM
  • Tolerance analysis
  • Sustaining engineering
  • Project management and team leadership

What We Offer

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Flexible Time Off: Benefit from our generous flexible time off policy. We also provide sick leave and bereavement time because we understand that not all time off is for fun.


Retirement Savings: Invest in your future with a 401(k)-retirement plan. Goddard contributes 3% of your annual salary directly into your 401(k) account—regardless of your own contributions.


Health Coverage: Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. Goddard contributes 80% of monthly premiums for all medical plan options.


Family Support: To take the time you need to welcome the newest member of your family, Goddard offer 6 weeks fully paid parental leave with support of PFML state programs.


Company Engagement: Engage with your colleagues through a variety of regular company and team events, including weekly social hours, Athletic Club outings, and department outings.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Seattle, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

First seen
September 26, 2026
Last seen
October 3, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
7
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Trust Level
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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Industrial Automation)